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NY S03282
Bill
Status
Engrossed
6/17/2014
Primary Sponsor
Elizabeth Little
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AI Summary
- Requires all skiers under 14 years of age to wear a helmet that is properly fitted and securely fastened while skiing
- Establishes a civil fine not to exceed $50 for violations of the helmet requirement, with the fine waivable if the violator purchases or rents a helmet before their court appearance
- Limits enforcement to local law enforcement, with citations issued only to the parent or guardian of the child (not the child) if the violation occurs in their presence
- Requires ski area operators to maintain a reasonable inventory of helmets for rent and sale that meet safety standards
- Requires ski area operators to post signs at ticket sales locations and central information boards advising customers of helmet availability and their obligations under the helmet law, and to print the helmet requirement on all lift tickets
- Effective 180 days after enactment, except operator requirements take effect one year after enactment
Legislative Description
Relates to the duties of skiers and ski area operators regarding the use of helmets; requires skiers under age 14 to wear helmets; requires ski area operators to maintain an adequate supply of helmets for sale and rental; requires operators to post signs.
Last Action
referred to judiciary
6/17/2014
Committee Referrals
Rules6/17/2014
Finance5/13/2014
Judiciary1/31/2013
Full Bill Text
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